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16 Parent Reviews for Community Montessori School

CMS is an excellent, happy environment. We have 7 years experience here between 2 kids. I couldn't be more pleased. Our kids have been extremely happy and content here. And have learned so much! Our older daughter is now in middle school and is in all honors classes and continually exceeds expectations.
... Read more I would highly recommend this school -- and I am super particular with where I sent my kids etc -- some may even say overprotective. :) God bless this school and the staff! Looooove CMS. Read less

Posted by a parent on 05/17/13

I agree in not understanding the negative reviews. The school has been a fantastic experience for my 5 year old daughter. She enjoys the class, the guides, and most importantly has developed and shown an enormous love to learn. That's what Montessori is all about and I feel that CMS does a great job
... Read more instilling that love to learn in kids. I can only speak for the 3-6 year old range class, where my daughter has been for over two years now. I strongly feel CMS offers the best in a child's development and education at this age. I'm excited to see her develop over the years at CMS as I have also been impressed with their lower and upper elementary for older kids. I know she can't wait to be in those classes too. Do yourself a favor, check out Community Montessori School, take a tour of the school, observe the kids at work and play and then form your own opinion. I think it will be well worth your time and your child's development! Read less

Posted by a parent on 05/06/13

I am honored to have my daughter at such a beautiful school where the love of learning is encouraged in an inspired way on a daily basis. Actual knowledge can be given through multiple modalities, books, computers, lectures, etc, but love of learning is a very hard thing to pass along, and this is priceless.
... Read more The guides at the school are selfless in their love of the children and their teaching of life skills and academic ones at a high level. It reminds me of the saying, 'give a man a fish and they will eat for a day, teach him to fish and he will eat for a lifetime'. CMS specializes in teaching children how to learn to learn in an independent manner, so through their guided lessons, they are shifting the impetus of learning from themselves to the children. Essentially, passing along all the tools for the students to be able to do everything for themselves, and creating lifelong inspired learners through an andragogical model where adults collaborate with children instead of ordering them around. This prepares children for the adult world so that they can be the creative leaders of tomorrow, quite literally teaching them to 'learn for a lifetime'. Read less

Posted by a parent on 04/09/13

Our children at the school over six years. The location is beautiful and peaceful. The children can take their learning and interests as far and deep academically as they wish. There are no limits on their learning; no ditto sheets; no sitting at desks; no "our class is not working on that, so you
... Read more cannot" comments attitude. The school has expanded its Spanish program, with many bilingual staff, and my six-year old speaks it as often as possible. My child learned about fractions in first grade using measuring cups and sand and water, outside with a friend (in plain view of the class and guides). The educational materials are intuitive, and children learn very complex concepts at young ages because of it. Starting in 3rd grade, the kids take the grade-level appropriate SAT each year. Many children qualify for the Duke Talented and Gifted program. The school also added a spelling program to shore up the weaknesses in typical Montessori training. The kids do have weekly math and spelling tests, but they are learning proper grammer, punctuations, parts of sentences, etc. not just spelling. A great place for a kid to be a kid, and still achieve academic excellence. Read less

Posted by a parent on 03/15/13

Hate this school. Stay away from this school. Teachers and staff have one thing in common that is a "Bad attitude'. They are arrogant and almost racist. We had a bad experience and will not recommend it for your child. They do not focus on academics or child development. We wasted our time and money.
... Read more Please stay away. Read less

Posted by a parent on 01/09/13

Our 7-year old started at CMS at age 3. The campus, the guides, the staff, and the community are wonderful. This school truly embodies the Montessori philosophy, teaching children to love learning and to respect all people and the earth.
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Posted by a parent on 10/07/10

We are very happy with Community Montessori School! My son's guide is amazing. The campus is really beautiful. His guide is in frequent contact with me so I always know what is going on in class. This is a real Montessori school, affiliated with AMI. This is not one of those daycares that use the
... Read more Montessori name and then don't follow Montessori principles. In his 3 years at CMS, my son has grown so much, both socially and academically. He loves to read and he really has a gift for math and geography. CMS allows him to really develop his skills to their fullest extent according to his interests, rather than following the same schedule as everyone else. Read less

Posted by a parent on 02/16/10

We have a daughter in the primary program at this school which actually serves children through 12 years (6th grade). It is an amazing, nurturing environment which inspires a life-long love of learning in children. CMS is AMI certified and recognized by the organization as an outstanding Montessori
... Read more institution. The guides are all well-trained, caring individuals, and every classroom is outfitted with a full supply of Montessori materials. Our child has blossomed in this environment, developing her reading, math, social, and practical life skills beyond what we could have expected. In addition, she has learned that all people deserve her respect and empathy. We are so proud of her development in this wonderful, safe environment. We love CMS! Read less

Posted by a parent on 02/15/10

We love this school! We have children in the primary and toddler communities here and absolutely love it! Our kids are happy to go to school each morning. Their social and academic skills are developing well and they have benefited from the knowledgeable guides, diverse community, and beautiful campus.
... Read more Our older child is in his kindergarten year, and we plan to keep our kids here throughout their elementary years. Read less

Posted by a parent on 09/19/09

Its a very good school, I had pulled out my kids from excemplery school and am very happy about the decision
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Georgetown schools — Community Montessori School is located at 500 Pleasant Valley Dr, Georgetown TX 78626. 500 Pleasant Valley Dr is in the 78626 ZIP code in Georgetown, TX Community Montessori School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 6.

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